Medical Technologist - Microbiology - 32 hrs - Day Shift

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance starting day one

Shift differentials

Award-winning hospital

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital & Medical Center in Hartford, CT is seeking a Medical Technologist to join our Microbiology Lab Team. You will perform and report a wide range of analyses that impact patient diagnosis and treatment decisions, in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

The role requires a BS in Medical Technology or AS in Medical Lab Technology, MT-ASCP or MLT-ASCP (or eligibility to certify within the first year), and microbiology experience. Authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology or AS in Medical Lab Technology.
• MT-ASCP or MLT-ASCP; eligible to take Certification exam and achieve certification within the first year of employment.
• Microbiology experience required.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report a wide range of routine and highly complex analyses across multiple lab sections.
• Operate and calibrate analyzers and equipment; perform preventive maintenance; troubleshoot malfunctions; maintain inventories.
• Contribute to accurate patient diagnoses and treatment decisions through timely reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Medical Technology or AS in Medical Lab Technology

MT-ASCP or MLT-ASCP; eligible within 1 year

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: We’re Hiring a Medical Technologist!

Ready to thrive in a dynamic, high-energy environment? Join our Microbiology Lab Team at Saint Francis Hospital & Medical Center in Hartford, CT, and bring your exceptional talents to a team that makes a real impact—every single day.

Join a team where your expertise drives diagnosis, innovation, and teaching. As a key member of our clinical laboratory, you will perform and report a wide range of routine and highly complex analyses across multiple lab sections—directly impacting patient diagnosis, treatment decisions, and clinical outcomes.

What you will do:

• Determines normal and abnormal components of body fluids by conducting chemical analyses of blood, urine, spinal fluids, and gastric juices.
• Analyzes blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures
• Ensures operation of analyzers and all laboratory equipment by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.

Position Hours:

• 32 hours, Day Shifts, rotating wknds/holidays

Requirements:

• BS in Medical Technology or AS in Medical Lab Technology
• MT-ASCP or MLT-ASCP. Or must be eligible to take Certification exam and achieve certification within the first year of employment.
• Microbiology experience required.
• Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Our Mission and Core Values
• Great benefits and Health Insurance Coverage—starting Day One!
• Generous Shift Diffs
• Award-winning Hospitals and Departments

Ministry Information:

Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. Saint Francis, a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Saint Francis Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center, is a 617 bed hospital and a major teaching hospital. Other Saint Francis entities include the Comprehensive Women’s Health Center, the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute, and the Smilow Cancer Hospital.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.